Looking for a property in France by the sea but can’t afford the million-pound villas on the Côte d’Azur? We’ve discovered 11 coastal towns and villages in France where you can buy a property for less than €200,000

There are plenty of festivals and events in France in April, including a nature festival in Somme, the Paris marathon, several garden festivals and April Fool’s Day. We take a look at what’s on in France in April

In February and March, carnivals across France celebrate the end of winter with colourful parades and festivities. These are some of our favourite photos from the carnivals, including Nice, Menton, Granville and Strasbourg